Researchers have found that high cholesterol is due to a predecessor that inhibits inflammatory response genes. This new precursor molecule could provide a new objective for drugs aimed at treating atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is a condition characterized by the hardening of the arteries and is the leading cause of cardiovascular disease and death…Featured Health News from Medical News Today

A new animal study published on Monday in the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences, offers new clues about the mechanism through which a diet high in fructose, such as from added sugar and high fructose corn syrup, may contribute to the development of obesity and diabetes…Featured Health News from Medical News Today